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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is actively seeking new investors to diversify its mining sector, currently dominated by China, according to Mines Minister Kizito Pakabomba. The DRC, home to world-class deposits of key metals like copper and cobalt, is looking to attract a wider range of investors by streamlining customs and tax processes and partnering with the United Arab Emirates. In an interview, Pakabomba outlined plans to modernize the country’s infrastructure, including revamping a railway system that would facilitate the export of minerals via a port along the Atlantic… Read More Here

Mining giant BHP has confirmed that it will not proceed with a firm offer to acquire Anglo American, following the rejection of its £39 billion takeover proposal. Last month, BHP made an unsolicited, non-binding all-share buyout offer to Anglo American. The proposal included plans for separate demergers, requiring Anglo American to distribute its interests in South Africa’s Anglo American Platinum and Kumba Iron Ore to shareholders. Despite later sweetening its bid, BHP’s offer was again declined by the Anglo American board. BHP argued that its offer would provide immediate value… Read More Here

The Minister of Green Economy and Environment, Hon. Eng. Collins Nzovu MP, has expressed Zambia’s keen interest in learning from India’s experiences and collaborating on climate change mitigation efforts. In a meeting with India’s High Commissioner to Zambia, His Excellency Mr. Ashok Kumar, Minister Nzovu highlighted the significant contributions of Zambia’s vibrant Indian community to the country’s economy, holding key positions across various sectors.  He also noted India’s substantial investments in Zambia, particularly in the mining sector, which exceed US$5 billion, with notable ventures such as Vedanta Resources in Konkola… Read More Here

First Quantum Minerals Ltd. says it remains committed to Panama and its flagship mine, even as the company follows orders from the government to indefinitely shutter the $10 billion operation. First Quantum received an initial “framework” from Panamanian authorities on Tuesday for closing the mine by June of next year, and will follow up with the government to discuss the details of executing the shutdown, chief executive officer Tristan Pascall said in an interview. Panama’s decision to close the massive mine in the wake of countrywide protests has sent shockwaves… Read More Here

The appointment of Integrated Pump Technology as the exclusive distributor of Godwin diesel driven dewatering pumps in Zambia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo heralds a new era of efficient and cost-effective dewatering solutions for the mining industry in these regions. South Africa based, Integrated Pump Technology has been appointed as the exclusive distributor for Godwin diesel driven dewatering pumps in Zambia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This strategic move underscores Integrated Pump Technology’s remarkable success in providing high performance dewatering pump solutions across the mining… Read More Here